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DOE investigates Portland schools for discriminating federal funding on race
just now (467+ words) The U.S. Department of Education (DEO) is investigating Portland Public Schools over allegations of racial discrimination in the allocation of school funds. According to a'press release from the DOE, its Office for Civil Rights is leading the investigation into PPS's conduct....
Tahoe avalanche: What causes snow slopes to collapse? A physicist and skier explains, with tips for surviving
2+ min ago (711+ words) A deadly avalanche buried a group of backcountry skiers and guides near Lake Tahoe in California's Sierra Nevada as an intense storm brought heavy, wet snow to the region on Feb. 17, 2026. Six of the skiers were rescued, but eight others…...
From this date forward, VA will expedite the delivery of survivors' benefits
2+ min ago (620+ words) New policy aims to speed support for families of deceased veterans, reducing delays and financial strain Starting soon, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will implement concrete changes to accelerate the delivery of survivors' benefits for families of deceased veterans....
When AI Meets Privilege: Early Court Decisions
8+ min ago (288+ words) Two recent decisions have addressed whether materials generated or influenced by AI tools are protected by the attorney-client privilege or work product doctrine. These rulings clarify how privilege claims should be managed when AI is involved, providing key insights for…...
Cooper Flagg's jersey from NBA debut sells for $1 million
8+ min ago (231+ words) Cooper Flagg scores his first NBA points as a Maverick. (0:17) The jersey worn by Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg in the first half of his NBA debut has been sold privately by Sotheby's for $1 million, a record for a Flagg…...
Gas truck explosion leaves four dead, multiple injured in Chile - UPI.com
8+ min ago (324+ words) Feb. 19 (UPI) -- A truck carrying liquefied gas exploded Thursday on a major highway in Santiago, Chile, leaving four people dead and at least 16 injured, authorities said. The blast followed a crash involving the truck during morning traffic in the capital....
4 Padres roster battles to watch as games begin
9+ min ago (787+ words) PEORIA, Ariz. -- The Padres begin Cactus League play on Friday at 12:10 p.m. PT against the Mariners at the Peoria Sports Complex. The game will be available for free on MLB.TV. Here's a look at the four spring roster battles to…...
St. Paul City Council votes unanimously to enact face covering restrictions for law enforcement
12+ min ago (222+ words) February 19, 2026 / 11:15 AM CST / CBS Minnesota The St. Paul City Council voted unanimously on Wednesday to require all law enforcement officers operating in the city to show their faces and to display badges, except in limited cases such as undercover work....
Baby otters rescued from under the hood of car in Scotland - UPI.com
14+ min ago (223+ words) Feb. 19 (UPI) -- Residents of a Scottish town came together to rescue and care for a pair of baby otters found seeking warmth in the engine compartment of a car. Skelmorlie resident Karen Watson said residents spotted the otter cubs wandering…...
California High School Baseball Game Ends With Intentional Triple Play Due To Lack Of Sunlight
16+ min ago (511+ words) The high school baseball game between Huntington Beach and Loyola ended in a tie due to darkness. It also ended in controversy when California umpires decided not to finish out the bottom of the ninth inning after an intentional triple…...